What can I use instead of tomato sauce?
Most pizzas start with tomato sauce, but they do not have to. Try something different:
- Pesto (one we like very much)
- Crème fraîche
- Barbecue sauce
- Cream cheese
- Tapenade
Which cheese can I use besides mozzarella?
Cheese gives a pizza flavour and texture, although a pizza without cheese can be good too. Alternatives to mozzarella:
- Cheddar
- Ricotta
- Parmesan
- Blue cheese, such as gorgonzola
- Vegan cheese
Toppings by kind
Pick one or two from a group. A simple pizza with one main topping is often the best.
Meat
Pepperoni, sausage, ham, salami, chicken, chorizo, bacon, beef, pulled pork.
Fish
Tuna, shrimp, anchovies, mussels, salmon, white fish.
Vegetarian
Vegetarian sausage, balls or mince, falafel, tofu, egg.
Vegetables
Tomatoes, red pepper, onion, garlic, mushrooms, olives, spinach, sweetcorn, and pineapple, if you dare.
How many toppings should I use?
Fewer than you think. When we make a pizza with meat, we keep it simple: tomato sauce, cheese and one topping, such as salami or pepperoni. Vegetables are the easiest way to make a pizza a bit healthier, also next to meat or fish.
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Which herbs go on pizza?
Basil, oregano, thyme or parsley, to name a few. Fresh basil goes on after baking; dried oregano can go on before.
What is your favourite pizza?
A simple pizza with tomato sauce and cheese. Once it is baked, we add rocket, an Italian ham of your choice and some parmesan. Try it one time.
What is yours? Let us know.